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Spacebring Integration

Automatically provision secure WiFi credentials for coworking members based on Spacebring membership status, with real-time synchronization and membership-based access control.

Overview​

The Spacebring integration provides:

  • Automatic member provisioning when members join
  • Membership-based access control
  • Real-time synchronization with Spacebring
  • Automatic deprovisioning when memberships end

Prerequisites​

  • IronWifi account with WPA-Enterprise configured
  • Spacebring account with admin access
  • Spacebring API credentials

Spacebring Setup​

Get API Credentials​

  1. Log in to Spacebring admin dashboard
  2. Go to Settings > Integrations > API
  3. Generate API credentials:
    • API Key
    • Workspace ID
  4. Save credentials securely

Enable IronWifi Integration​

  1. In Spacebring, navigate to Integrations
  2. Find IronWifi or WiFi integration
  3. Enable the integration
  4. Note any additional configuration options

IronWifi Configuration​

Step 1: Add Spacebring Connector​

  1. Log in to IronWifi Console
  2. Navigate to Connectors
  3. Click Add Connector > Spacebring

Step 2: Configure Connection​

Enter your Spacebring details:

  • API Key: Your Spacebring API key
  • Workspace ID: Your Spacebring workspace identifier
  • API Endpoint: https://api.spacebring.com (or custom)

Step 3: Configure Sync Settings​

Options:

  • Sync Frequency: Interval for pulling member data
  • Auto-create Users: Create WiFi accounts for new members
  • Auto-disable: Disable access when membership ends
  • Email Notifications: Send credentials to members

Member Mapping​

Map Plans to Groups​

Configure which WiFi access level each membership plan receives:

Spacebring PlanIronWifi GroupDescription
Flexflex-wifiBasic access, usage limits
Full-timemember-wifiFull access, no limits
Teamteam-wifiFull access + guest passes
Enterpriseenterprise-wifiPriority + dedicated bandwidth

Attribute Mapping​

Map Spacebring member fields to IronWifi:

  • Email → Username
  • Full Name → Display name
  • Company → User attribute
  • Plan → Group membership

Provisioning Flow​

New Member Signup​

  1. Member creates account in Spacebring
  2. Selects membership plan
  3. Payment processed
  4. IronWifi receives webhook/sync
  5. WiFi credentials created
  6. Member receives welcome email with credentials

Credential Delivery​

Email Template:

Welcome to {{workspace_name}}, {{member_name}}!

Your WiFi is ready. Here are your credentials:

Network: {{ssid}}
Username: {{email}}
Password: {{password}}

For easy setup, scan this QR code or download your profile:
{{profile_link}}

Questions? Contact us at {{support_email}}

Access Management​

Membership Status​

StatusWiFi Access
ActiveEnabled
PausedDisabled
CancelledDisabled
TrialEnabled (limited)

Day Pass Users​

For day pass or drop-in members:

  1. Day pass purchased in Spacebring
  2. Temporary credentials generated
  3. Access expires at end of day
  4. Automatic cleanup

Troubleshooting​

Sync Issues​

  1. Verify API credentials
  2. Check Spacebring API status
  3. Review connector logs
  4. Test API connection manually

Member Not Getting Access​

  1. Confirm membership is active in Spacebring
  2. Check plan is mapped to a group
  3. Verify user exists in IronWifi
  4. Check for authentication errors

Duplicate Users​

  1. Use consistent username format (email recommended)
  2. Enable duplicate detection
  3. Review and merge duplicate accounts

Best Practices​

  1. Use email as username for consistency
  2. Test with trial member before full rollout
  3. Set up webhooks for real-time sync
  4. Document process for staff
  5. Monitor regularly for sync errors